This encyclopedia highlights more than 50 different cats. Alongside colorful photographs of both adult cats and kittens, readers learn about the history, appearance, and behavior of various breeds. Features include information about cat care, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Reference is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
This encyclopedia describes 54 cat breeds and two cat colors--calico and tabby. Beginning with a brief history of the domesticated cat, it goes on to give the breed history, appearance, behavior, and a note on kittens for each breed. In addition, there are two-three excellent photos of each breed, plus a photo of the kitten of that breed. The book concludes with brief information on cat care, a glossary, a brief bibliography, and an index.